In today’s digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives, many of us unknowingly suffer from a modern-day ailment known as Turtle Neck Syndrome or Text Neck. This condition is not just limited to older individuals but affects people of all ages who spend prolonged hours hunched over electronic devices. Join us as we delve into the causes, symptoms, and preventive measures for this increasingly prevalent neck issue that could be impacting your health without you even realizing it.
Turtle Neck Syndrome, also known as Text Neck, is a condition that results from the prolonged bending of the neck while looking down at screens. This unnatural posture puts excessive strain on the muscles and ligaments in the neck area.
Neck muscle injury at birth or during early childh…
Have you ever wondered why bed bugs seem more prevalent in some places than others? Climate plays a significant role in their distribution and behavior. Indeed, bed bugs are a growing concern worldwide, affecting homes, hotels, and various environments. Therefore, understanding the climate impact on bed bugs is crucial for effective management and prevention.
Whether dealing with an infestation or simply looking to prevent one, you’ll find practical tips and insights that can make a real difference. Let’s dive into understanding and discover how to keep them at bay, no matter the weather!
Climate Impact on Bed Bugs
Bed bugs tend to be active in warmer climates and reproduce faster. Betwe…
Elevators have become indispensable in modern architecture, seamlessly transporting us through the vertical spaces of towering buildings. With the elevator industry projected to reach a staggering $99.5 billion by 2032, it’s evident that these vertical transportation systems are crucial to urban development. Among the various components that contribute to the smooth operation of elevators, the elevator button stands out as a critical yet often overlooked element. This article delves into the evolution, design, and functionality of elevator buttons, revealing their significant role in enhancing user experience and efficiency.
Historical Perspective: From Levers to Push-Buttons
The concept of home elevators dates back thousands of years, with e…
The Middle Eastern region has gone through a rich history with many successions of civilisation, drastic turning of cultures, and outstanding geographical features. His region provides unlimited sites for any kind of traveller, whether you are interested in culture and history, architecture, desert or sea. Below is a list of ten places that everyone should consider visiting in the Middle East and which will reveal the whole spectrum of the region’s potential.
1. United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
Tourism rapidly evolved into one of the most significant industries because the UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi, consists of historical landscapes and contemporary facilities. In addition to the beautiful futuristic designs of the Sheikh Zayed G…
The recent blend of online gaming and Fintech (financial technology) marked the advent of a deluge of transformative changes that have moved the gambling landscape to greater heights. As digital platforms continue to adapt to the complex needs of an increasingly tech-savvy user base, Fintech innovations are taking the lead in reshaping how people access and relate to entertainment. The Fintech/online gaming sort of relationship is best described as disruption making the virtual gaming world expand its reach and garner significant traction in the market.
Fintech Explained
Fintech is a combination of two words – financial and technology which is interpreted as the integration/ incorporation of technology into the offerings of financial services fir…
There are 135 million live births every year, with only 11 million benefitting from quality care. Credit: Photo stock
UNITED NATIONS, May 8 2013 (IPS) – The story goes like this: a young mother lies quietly in a dimly lit room having just given birth to her baby. For the next seven days she watches over the child with caution, nursing and swaddling it patiently. Fearful that the infant will not survive past a few days, she refuses to give it a name.
Unfortunately, this scenario remains the reality for many women across the globe. There are 135 million live births every year, with only 11 million benefitting from quality care a divide not only between rich and …
BANGKOK, Thailand, Sep 5 2022 (IPS) – Most of the 2.1 billion strong workforce in Asia and the Pacific are denied access to decent jobs, health care and social protection but there is an array polices and tools that governments can use to remedy these deficiencies and ensure that the rights and aspirations of these workers and their families are upheld and that they remain the engine of economic growth for the region.
Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana
A new report released today, the , offers tangible solutions to immediately address alarming trends that both preceded the new coronavirus and were exacerbated by the pandemic.
While 243 million new people…
Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim is Former President of the Republic of Mauritius
Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, Mar 30 2023 (IPS) – On 12th March 2023, The Republic of Mauritius celebrates 55 years of post-independence history. It would be an understatement to just say that there has been a lot of water under the bridge on our journey to self-determination!.. Indeed, we have made massive progress since we lowered the Union Jack and unfurled our own flag. It was and remains a moment of great pride whenever I see our flag in any international event, I participate in.
We are a small vulnerable island, deprived of natural resources and at the …